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Mahayan New Year
Mahayan New Year (Buddhism) - also known as “Vesak,” is a traditional Buddhist holiday that commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha.
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LGBTQ+ History Month
LGBTQ+ History Month - is a time to promote the history and celebrate the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. The theme this year is Medicine – #UnderTheScope which celebrates LGBTQ+ peoples’ contribution to the field of Medicine and Healthcare both historically and today.
The Why Amplify guide - LGBTQ+ History month Feb 2024
World Interfaith Harmony Week
World Interfaith Harmony Week - as a way to promote harmony between all people regardless of their faith
World Hijab Day
World Hijab Day - is in recognition of millions of Muslim women who choose to wear the hijab and live a life of modesty
Time to Talk Day
Time to Talk Day - is a day for people to talk about mental health and challenge discrimination by having conversations.
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Rosa Parks Day
Rosa Parks Day (although in the UK can be marked at any time)- to commemorate Rosa and the impact that she had on the Civil Rights Movement. Schools and universities will spend this day teaching students who she was and why she was an important figure when it came to the rights of Black Americans.
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Race Equality Week
Race Equality Week - is an annual UK-wide movement uniting hundreds of thousands of organisations and individuals to address the barriers to race equality in the workplace. The theme for 2024 is #ListenActChange recognising there is more we can do to end and eliminate race inequality in the workplace.
Race Equality Week - Communications toolkit
Why Amplify - REW 2024
The Why Amplify Guide for Race Equality Week 2024
National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week -The week brings together everyone passionate about apprenticeships to celebrate the value, benefit and opportunity that they bring. The theme this year is 'Skills for Life'.
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Childrens Mental Health Week
Childrens Mental Health Week - is a mental health awareness week that empowers, equips and gives a voice to all children and young people in the UK. The theme this year is 'My Voice Matters'.
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Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year – The start of the new year on the lunar calendar, a big celebration for many East Asian cultures.
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
International Day of Women and Girls in Science – A day to recognize and celebrate the critical role women and girls play in science and technology, aiming for greater equity in these fields.
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Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday (Christianity)- UK tradition of Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before Lent begins. It is through participating in confession and absolution, the ritual burning of the previous year's Holy Week palms, finalizing one's Lenten sacrifice, as well as eating pancakes and other sweets
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World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice – A day to focus on fairness and equality, advocating for social justice issues like poverty, unemployment, and human rights.
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National Wheelchair Users Day
National Wheelchair Users Day - is a time for wheelchair users to celebrate the positive impact that these important tools offer to their lives.
Zero Discrimination Day
Zero Discrimination Day - Highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace and, above all, a movement for change. The theme this year is “Save lives: Decriminalise” https://www.unaids.org/en/zero-discrimination-day
Women’s History Month
Women's History Month - is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society.The theme for 2024 celebrates “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.” The theme recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination ... Women’s History Month
Muslim Heritage Month
To celebrate and raise awareness about the significant contributions and cultural richness of Muslim women in Britain, with the goal of challenging negative stereotypes, fostering improved understanding, and cultivating greater empathy and inclusion towards Muslim communities within the broader society.